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LX52 LWN

2002 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

66,870 mi
Last recorded66,870 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk64,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX52 LWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 66,870 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 59,186 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 48,361 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 45,637 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 45,032 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 43,923 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 43,923 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 42,812 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play Both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 41,357 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 39,595 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 37,054 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 34,740 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 32,651 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 31,883 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 31,535 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 30,858 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 22 Aug 2011 28,778 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 28,778 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 26,859 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 24,607 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 22,229 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 22,229 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 18,998 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 15,645 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 13,138 miles

front number plate starting to fade

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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LX52 LWN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 64,067 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX52 LWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX52 LWN registered?

LX52 LWN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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